This measure sought to replace the current school levy which is set to expire with one set at a rate of $2.66 per $1,000 of assessed property value for a further four years in order to pay for general fund maintenance and operational costs in the district.[2]

Text of measure

The question on the ballot:

To maintain current programs, the Chehalis School District No. 302 adopted Resolution No. 11-12-005 concerning a proposition to replace an expiring excess levy for school operations and maintenance. This proposition would authorize the District to levy the following amounts at estimated rates for General Fund expenses on all taxable property within the District: Collection Year: 2013-2016; Approximate Levy Rate per $1000 Assessed Value: $2.66, $2.74, $2.75; Levy Amount: 4,300,000, $4,450,000, $4,600,000, $4,750,000. Should this proposition be approved?[3]